Best Cost Effective Brake Controller for Ford Ranger

Updated 02/10/2025 | Published 01/31/2025

Question:

I have a 16’ airstream Bubble. Weight is 1800lbs. Empty. Could you recommend an inexpensive controller for my ford ranger pickup? Thanks

asked by: Larry G

Expert Reply:

Hey Larry, the best cost effective brake controller is the Tekonsha Brake EVN part # TK63VR as it's a reliable, proportional brake controller that performs way better than any controller in it's price range.

What year Ford Ranger do you have and does it have trailer wiring currently? If so, what type? Should be either a 4-way or a 7-way.

expert reply by: Jameson C

Larry G.

2/10/2025

I have a 4 way factory trailer set up. I’ll probably need the installation kit as well, correct? I’m just waiting to decide to get another tow vehicle which might come it’s wiring so all I’ll need is the controller and not the installation kit. Definitely going to order the controller, but not sure if I need the installation kit. Thanks, Larry

Jameson C.

2/10/2025

@LarryG Since you have a 4-way what you'd need is the part # ETBC7 which will convert it from the 4-way to a 7-way and comes with everything needed to wire in a brake controller. It does take a bit of wiring to install but it's nothing too terrible or time consuming.